Parents Warned Against Birthday School Absences
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson warns parents against giving children a 'day off' on their birthday, as missing lessons can lead to persistent absence and falling behind peers.
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson warns parents against giving children a 'day off' on their birthday, as missing lessons can lead to persistent absence and falling behind peers.
Apple announces iOS 27 with enhanced parental controls, including contact approval, content filtering, and flexible screen time management, launching in September.
Gardeners can use used teabags to feed roses in June. The tea leaves provide nitrogen and potassium, promoting stronger stems and larger blooms. Apply monthly for best results.
Parents are warned to choose brightly colored swimsuits for children to improve visibility in water, with pink and orange being safest.
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A man fed up with his neighbour's rubbish in his wheelie bin took revenge, dumping the bags on the sidewalk. The city then fined the neighbour for fly-tipping.
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Tech Secretary Liz Kendall says UK will not be swayed by White House opposition to banning social media for under-16s, citing overwhelming support from British parents.
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